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The Wolfblight Saga #1
Wolfblight
A Tale of Love, Horror and Werewolves...
After suffering a terrible loss, Ulva and John settle into the village of Gormstad, hoping to start a new chapter in their lives. But their dream of tranquillity is shattered when Ulva is bitten by a werewolf one fateful night. Consequently, she is afflicted by a wretched disease known as the Wolfblight, which will transform her into a vicious beast every night and ultimately take control of her permanently unless a cure is procured.
With friends and family at her side, it is a race against time as Ulva sets off on a journey to reach a dark and mysterious forest known as Coldwood where a cure can be found, an ancient artifact known as Fenrir's Bane. But many horrors and nightmarish perils await Ulva and her companions. Will they triumph and reach Coldwood in time, or will it be too late?
After suffering a terrible loss, Ulva and John settle into the village of Gormstad, hoping to start a new chapter in their lives. But their dream of tranquillity is shattered when Ulva is bitten by a werewolf one fateful night. Consequently, she is afflicted by a wretched disease known as the Wolfblight, which will transform her into a vicious beast every night and ultimately take control of her permanently unless a cure is procured.
With friends and family at her side, it is a race against time as Ulva sets off on a journey to reach a dark and mysterious forest known as Coldwood where a cure can be found, an ancient artifact known as Fenrir's Bane. But many horrors and nightmarish perils await Ulva and her companions. Will they triumph and reach Coldwood in time, or will it be too late?
332 pages, Paperback
First published July 24, 2022
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August 11, 2023
once you begin reading it’ll sink it’s teeth in and never let you go.
Wolfblight was an incredible read; action, horror, adventure - it had it all. From the very first page it’ll sink its teeth into you and never let go.
A perfect story for werewolf fans - brilliant work from Simon Steele
Wolfblight was an incredible read; action, horror, adventure - it had it all. From the very first page it’ll sink its teeth into you and never let go.
A perfect story for werewolf fans - brilliant work from Simon Steele
October 19, 2022
This is a great book.
There are some truly gruesome parts.
I am looking forward to the next book.
There are some truly gruesome parts.
I am looking forward to the next book.
November 17, 2025
‘Wolfblight’ is the ideal book for lovers of horror, werewolves, Norse mythology to sink their teeth into.
The book is well written and reasonably well structured. The dialogue and story flows in a natural way that makes it easy to read; getting you from Point A to Point B in a quick and concise manner that never feels too rushed. Descriptions of characters and locations give you just enough to form a clear mental picture without getting bogged down by overly written purple prose.
Characters, both heroic and villainous, are engaging and likeable with their own distinct motives and personalities. One minor concern is cast bloat, since we follow the story of a group of four (later five) major characters, and since they spend most of the page time together, some of them tend to blend together at certain points; making it a tad difficult to keep up with who is saying what or doing such and such. Thankfully this wasn’t a major problem, and it is a credit to author Simon Steele’s abilities as a writer that he was able to keep the action distinct and follow-able. Hopefully this changes going forward in future books, with the group breaking up into smaller groups of two or three at a time.
One other slight criticism, which I find to be a sign of a burgeoning writer’s first foray into serious literature; is the tendency to repeat certain names multiple times throughout the book. I lost count of the amount of times each character’s name was stated one after the other, when simply referring to them as ‘the group’, or another noun would have sufficed. Once again, I hope this becomes less of an issue going forward, and it is just a typical sign of a beginner writer finding his feet and a style that suits him.
As a huge mythology buff, it was rewarding to see how many names I recognised from Norse mythology peppered throughout the book. Steele has clearly done his homework when it comes to Norse legends. Werewolves have always been one of my favourite mythological creatures, so I went into this book with high expectations and wasn’t disappointed to see it wholeheartedly embrace its horror roots instead of just paying them lip service.
The book does contain enough hooks and mysteries to keep you invested. It also makes good use of foreshadowing events that the reader should be prepared for going into the second book. I will be looking forward to seeing what the sequel ‘Coldwood’ has in store for the cast.
In conclusion, the Wolfblight Saga is a more than worthwhile addition to the fantasy-horror genre, and a must read for fans of werewolves especially. If you enjoy a story with a gripping atmosphere underscored by descriptions of visceral gore, then this is the tale of terror for you.
The book is well written and reasonably well structured. The dialogue and story flows in a natural way that makes it easy to read; getting you from Point A to Point B in a quick and concise manner that never feels too rushed. Descriptions of characters and locations give you just enough to form a clear mental picture without getting bogged down by overly written purple prose.
Characters, both heroic and villainous, are engaging and likeable with their own distinct motives and personalities. One minor concern is cast bloat, since we follow the story of a group of four (later five) major characters, and since they spend most of the page time together, some of them tend to blend together at certain points; making it a tad difficult to keep up with who is saying what or doing such and such. Thankfully this wasn’t a major problem, and it is a credit to author Simon Steele’s abilities as a writer that he was able to keep the action distinct and follow-able. Hopefully this changes going forward in future books, with the group breaking up into smaller groups of two or three at a time.
One other slight criticism, which I find to be a sign of a burgeoning writer’s first foray into serious literature; is the tendency to repeat certain names multiple times throughout the book. I lost count of the amount of times each character’s name was stated one after the other, when simply referring to them as ‘the group’, or another noun would have sufficed. Once again, I hope this becomes less of an issue going forward, and it is just a typical sign of a beginner writer finding his feet and a style that suits him.
As a huge mythology buff, it was rewarding to see how many names I recognised from Norse mythology peppered throughout the book. Steele has clearly done his homework when it comes to Norse legends. Werewolves have always been one of my favourite mythological creatures, so I went into this book with high expectations and wasn’t disappointed to see it wholeheartedly embrace its horror roots instead of just paying them lip service.
The book does contain enough hooks and mysteries to keep you invested. It also makes good use of foreshadowing events that the reader should be prepared for going into the second book. I will be looking forward to seeing what the sequel ‘Coldwood’ has in store for the cast.
In conclusion, the Wolfblight Saga is a more than worthwhile addition to the fantasy-horror genre, and a must read for fans of werewolves especially. If you enjoy a story with a gripping atmosphere underscored by descriptions of visceral gore, then this is the tale of terror for you.
February 16, 2023
WOLFBLIGHT was such a terrific werewolf horror read!🐺🌙 It’s set in the village of Gormstead, Norway, and has a cold, Nordic feel. I loved the way the author immersed me in the setting and used Nordic myth and legend to tie werewolf lore into the story. The timeline isn’t spelled out, but it’s not a modern-day book, which I enjoyed as I read a lot of werewolf books set in the present day. Ulva is a young girl when she has nightmares about wolves and runs out into the forest in search of a special stone. She encounters a werewolf, but is saved by her mother. Years later she and her family return to the village, but this time, she is bitten and infected. I loved the characters, especially Eira who owns the antique shop, to Einar and Maud, Brenna who studies lycanthropy on the side, and John, Ulva’s husband. After the bite, we follow what happens next as Ulva’s friends and family try to help her figure out how to go forward despite being dangerous and if there is possibly a cure. The fantasy writing was top notch and I loved the book’s dark, spooky feel. Excited to see what happens next in Coldwood! 5/5 stars.
June 23, 2024
I bought this book on Sunday and finished it within 24 hours. It is gripping and vivid with some lovely images (the river of ice and light was a favourite). I loved all the characters: the adventuring party of Ulva, John, Brenna, Einar and Kit were well-written with some good banter and I loved the histories and friendships.
My personal favourites were Kit and Einar. Seeing Kit overcome her past was heartwarming, and Einar is a lovely guy. John is relatable and I like that he is flawed - he's realistic, not a perfect MMC. Brenna is fun to read about and a bit Van Helsing - I can't wait to see where the author goes with him. Ulva is fantastic - not perfect but so relatable. I only feel her reaction to one of the things she does while Changed was a bit underwhelming. It may be a sexist of me, but as a woman I can honestly say that one of the things was something I would never, ever get over, no matter how many friends told me I must forgive myself. But this in no way detracts from my enjoyment of the book - there's no reason Ulva has to have exactly the same feelings as I would!
I will order Coldwood straight away, so that I can finish this amazing series :D
My personal favourites were Kit and Einar. Seeing Kit overcome her past was heartwarming, and Einar is a lovely guy. John is relatable and I like that he is flawed - he's realistic, not a perfect MMC. Brenna is fun to read about and a bit Van Helsing - I can't wait to see where the author goes with him. Ulva is fantastic - not perfect but so relatable. I only feel her reaction to one of the things she does while Changed was a bit underwhelming. It may be a sexist of me, but as a woman I can honestly say that one of the things was something I would never, ever get over, no matter how many friends told me I must forgive myself. But this in no way detracts from my enjoyment of the book - there's no reason Ulva has to have exactly the same feelings as I would!
I will order Coldwood straight away, so that I can finish this amazing series :D
February 17, 2024
WOLFBLIGHT is a thrilling novel taking place in medieval Norway and adds an interesting and fresh take on lycanthropy. It stands out among other werewolf novels in its genre with the unique twists on the lore and mythology. The characters are well crafted and stand apart from one another, and the reader is easily drawn to them. The plot is engaging, and there are moments of true horror within the pages that are gripping. Originality-wise, it is well done.
I did struggle, however, with parts of this book. The main thing that made it difficult for me was the punctuation and grammar errors. There were far too many misused commas that distracted me from enjoying it as much as I would have liked. Some of the sentences also fell flat in tone and voice, and I felt like many were a repetition of syntax and style. I feel that with tighter substantive, line, and copy editing, this book would really come to its full potential. The storyline is engaging, but so many punctuation errors took away from it.
Another thing that stood out to me was the contemporary feel of the language and characters in parts of the book. While set in a Nordic background of time long past, the dialogue felt too modern. It took me out a few places, mainly with envisioning the world and the authenticity of it. I think honing in on the history and using a bit more antique language (even if just patterns of speech) would have made it more true for me. That, however, is a personal opinion and it may not be an issue for other readers.
Overall, WOLFBLIGHT is engaging and one unique to the genre and werewolf stories, as I stated before. I think those who are fans of werewolf fiction and the lore around them would definitely enjoy this read. Check it out if you’re into werewolves and Norse history and mythology!
I did struggle, however, with parts of this book. The main thing that made it difficult for me was the punctuation and grammar errors. There were far too many misused commas that distracted me from enjoying it as much as I would have liked. Some of the sentences also fell flat in tone and voice, and I felt like many were a repetition of syntax and style. I feel that with tighter substantive, line, and copy editing, this book would really come to its full potential. The storyline is engaging, but so many punctuation errors took away from it.
Another thing that stood out to me was the contemporary feel of the language and characters in parts of the book. While set in a Nordic background of time long past, the dialogue felt too modern. It took me out a few places, mainly with envisioning the world and the authenticity of it. I think honing in on the history and using a bit more antique language (even if just patterns of speech) would have made it more true for me. That, however, is a personal opinion and it may not be an issue for other readers.
Overall, WOLFBLIGHT is engaging and one unique to the genre and werewolf stories, as I stated before. I think those who are fans of werewolf fiction and the lore around them would definitely enjoy this read. Check it out if you’re into werewolves and Norse history and mythology!
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February 9, 2024I don't want to fully rate this since the new edition released with changes, and I got the previous version.
The first chapter gets right into it although the first few chapters were more like a prologue before skipping into the future with Ulva and her husband. The werewolf transition is gory and vivid. A lot of detail. I imagined the Hemlock Grove changes while reading.
I did struggle with reading dialogue for some reason, which again, I don't want to rate because I don't know how the new edition is. Sometimes there were missing quotations or punctuation, which we're all guilty (even our editors) of missing a thing here and there. I just struggled, and again, things may've changed.
All in all, good story, gets right into it. Leaves plenty room open for the sequels.
The first chapter gets right into it although the first few chapters were more like a prologue before skipping into the future with Ulva and her husband. The werewolf transition is gory and vivid. A lot of detail. I imagined the Hemlock Grove changes while reading.
I did struggle with reading dialogue for some reason, which again, I don't want to rate because I don't know how the new edition is. Sometimes there were missing quotations or punctuation, which we're all guilty (even our editors) of missing a thing here and there. I just struggled, and again, things may've changed.
All in all, good story, gets right into it. Leaves plenty room open for the sequels.
February 18, 2024
"Wolfblight" is a very interesting and unique take on lycanthropy. I really enjoyed the intimate inclusion of Norse mythology in the mix as well. However, I'm not sure if the author intended it, but the punctuation really took me out of the story at a lot of points. Some areas have several paragraphs of run-on sentences, where I feel that commas were perhaps mistakenly placed instead of periods. It didn't feel very polished editing wise.
But as I said, the story and characters are well-rounded and have a very compelling story to tell. I just feel like the formatting needs help to bring it to it's full potential.
But as I said, the story and characters are well-rounded and have a very compelling story to tell. I just feel like the formatting needs help to bring it to it's full potential.
January 7, 2024
A thrilling horror werewolf story
This werewolf book is far different than what I usually read in this genre but it’s such a cool take on these sort of stories. It’s dark, and closer to like old werewolf stories than the usual romance books. If you prefer more horror stories then you will love this! I really enjoyed this book and as much as I love Ulva, Brenna is my favorite. His sass is hilarious to me and I have so many questions about the story. It ends like right in the middle of their journey so I cannot wait to read what happens next! Well done Simon Steele!
This werewolf book is far different than what I usually read in this genre but it’s such a cool take on these sort of stories. It’s dark, and closer to like old werewolf stories than the usual romance books. If you prefer more horror stories then you will love this! I really enjoyed this book and as much as I love Ulva, Brenna is my favorite. His sass is hilarious to me and I have so many questions about the story. It ends like right in the middle of their journey so I cannot wait to read what happens next! Well done Simon Steele!
December 1, 2025
needed a second set of eyes to look over it. way too many things happened 'suddenly' (lost count of the number of times this adverb came up). Needed formatting into 'justified'. characters too often follow TV logic than that of real people, i.e. an antagonist decided to deal with the cornered heroes later, rather than immediately; author clearly wanted to add a new character mid way through and had no clue how to do it organically.
what should have taken a day or a day and a half to read took over a week. thoroughly disappointing read.
what should have taken a day or a day and a half to read took over a week. thoroughly disappointing read.
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April 8, 2023
“Werewolves" is a captivating and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of horror and romance genres. The blend of Norse mythology, horror, and romance makes for a unique and engaging story that will keep you hooked until the very end.
Ulva is a strong portrayal and you will enjoy the character throughout
Great Book
Ulva is a strong portrayal and you will enjoy the character throughout
Great Book
April 13, 2024
Wolfblight is a terrific horror fantasy novel! Ulva is an amazing character, and I really felt for her. A few scenes were pretty gruesome, and I'm excited to read the next book!
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